Best Places to Kayak Near Reading, VT

30 public launch points within 50 miles of Reading, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.

30 nearby18 Lakes8 Rivers3 Creeks
← All paddling in Vermont

Top Picks Near Reading

a body of water with a house on a hill in the background1

Amherst Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner7 mi away
Mist hugs the lake, with trees along the shore.2

North Hartland Lake Recreation Area

Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding

LakeBeginner13 mi away
A mountain rises beside tranquil waters.3

Kent Pond

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, shore fishing

LakeBeginner18 mi away
Mist hugs the lake, with trees along the shore.

Knapp Pond 2

Vermont · 2.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Two people wading in a calm lake

Knapp Pond 1

Vermont · 2.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large body of water surrounded by trees

Colby Pond

Vermont · 4.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake with trees around it

Echo Lake Plymouth

Vermont · 6.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a large body of water surrounded by trees

Lake Rescue

Vermont · 6.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with a house on a hill in the background

Amherst Lake

Vermont · 6.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Mist hugs the lake, with trees along the shore.

Joseph Wiltshire

Vermont · 9.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Cornish Boat Ramp

New Hampshire · 9.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a lake with trees around it

Woodward Reservoir

Vermont · 11.5 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Ashley Ferry Landing

New Hampshire · 12.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Mist hugs the lake, with trees along the shore.

North Hartland Lake Recreation Area

Vermont · 13.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
rocky river with rocks and trees

Hoyts Landing

Vermont · 16.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A mountain rises beside tranquil waters.

Kent Pond

Vermont · 18.0 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A river running through a lush green forest

Charlestown Picnic Area

New Hampshire · 18.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

East Wilder

New Hampshire · 19.3 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a person standing on a surfboard in the middle of a lake

Colton Pond

Vermont · 19.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Chambers Memorial Preserve

New Hampshire · 19.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Otter Creek - Clarendon

Vermont · 20.8 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside body of water under cloudy sky during daytime

Crescent Lake

New Hampshire · 21.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Refrigerator Flats

Vermont · 21.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A large body of water surrounded by trees

Rockybound Pond

New Hampshire · 21.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees and hills in the background

Lake Coniston

New Hampshire · 22.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Otter Creek WMA

Vermont · 22.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees and hills in the background

Mascoma Lake

New Hampshire · 22.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Eastman Lake

New Hampshire · 22.9 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A large body of water surrounded by trees

Mascoma Lake

New Hampshire · 23.2 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water with trees on the side

Perkins Pond

New Hampshire · 23.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Otter Creek - Neilson Parcel

Vermont · 23.6 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Cole Pond Remote Walk-in

New Hampshire · 23.6 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Foxstand

Vermont · 23.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Reading.

Brownsville, VT4 miSouth Woodstock, VT6 miProctorsville, VT6 miPerkinsville, VT7 miPlymouth, VT7 miCavendish, VT7 miBridgewater, VT8 miWindsor, VT8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Reading, VT?

Top picks near Reading include Amherst Lake, North Hartland Lake Recreation Area, Kent Pond. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, creeks.

What types of paddling can I do near Reading?

Near Reading you'll find opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddle boarding. Most locations offer beginner-friendly conditions with public boat ramp access.

Are there free kayak launches near Reading?

Yes! Most public boat ramps near Reading are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.